* Strengthens the Spleen: for chronic diarrhea
with loud stomach growling & reduced appetite
due to Spleen deficiency. Also for vaginal
discharge due to Spleen deficiency

C&C:
Contraindicated in cases of intermittent
fevers & chills, and in cold disorders

Dosage:
up to 21g

Bian Dou
(aka bai bian dou)

Channels:
SP, ST

Properties:
Sweet, Neutral

Mnemonic:
NE earth

Actions & Indications:
* Expels summerheat and damp-heat: used in early
stages of summerheat or fever. Also effective
at reducing joint pain, slight sweating,
and a heavy sensation throughout the body from
the accumulation of dampness.

C&C:
Some traditional sources advise not to use
this herb with Radix Gentianae Longdancao (long dan cao).